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Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Islington

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Islington. Classes run at The Courtyard Islington. This entry level functional skills maths course is for people developing early maths skills. You'll work through number, measure, and basic problem-solving at a pace that builds your understanding. The course runs full-time during the day and typically takes 2 years. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

For students who are developing early skills in mathematics.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
  • You'll add and subtract using everyday contexts such as money and time.
  • You'll recognise and use simple fractions.
  • You'll read and interpret basic charts, tables, and data.
  • You'll use units of measure for length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll solve straightforward number problems in practical, real-world situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at The Courtyard Islington, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is activity-based, using practical tasks and worked examples. Assessment is through a written test set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll need to pass both a skills check and the formal test to earn your certificate.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Courtyard Islington will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: basic maths used daily at the till and stockroom
  • Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and checking stock
  • Catering assistant: portion sizes, weights, and simple calculations
  • Care assistant: recording measurements and following instructions
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: timing, quantities, and basic record-keeping
  • Childcare worker: supporting early numeracy activities with children

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 2, you can move on to a Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Entry Level 3, then Level 1, and then Level 2. The Level 2 qualification is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for Level 2 maths, so working through the levels opens up further training and a wider range of jobs.

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